New Century Version

Psalms 39:9-13 New Century Version (NCV)

9. I am quiet; I do not open my mouth,because you are the one who has done this.

10. Quit punishing me;your beating is about to kill me.

11. You correct and punish people for their sins;like a moth, you destroy what they love.Everyone’s life is only a breath.Selah

12. “Lord, hear my prayer,and listen to my cry.Do not ignore my tears.I am like a visitor with you.Like my ancestors, I’m only here a short time.

13. Leave me alone so I can be happybefore I leave and am no more.”